Description
This charming chapter book follows a present-day Lakota child connecting with extended family, embracing new experiences, and growing up along the way.
When Eddie's parents drive from the Black Hills to the Dakota plains to drop him off with Grandpa and Grandma High Elk, Eddie aches all over at the thought of being away from Mom and Dad for the first time.
But quickly, Eddie's stay on the Rosebud Reservation becomes a summer that he'll never forget as he spends his days riding horses, fishing, helping Grandma in her garden, and playing with the toy bone horses that his grandfather gave him. When his grandfather is hurt and needs medical attention, Eddie steps up and helps him get the care he needs.
Product Details
| Publisher | Amulet Books |
| Publish Date | April 01, 2025 |
| Pages | 64 |
| Language | English |
| Type |  Hardback |
| EAN/UPC | 9781419759550 |
| Dimensions | 8.5 X 6.4 X 0.5 inches | 0.6 pounds |
About the Author
Reviews
"Inspired by family experiences, Driving Hawk Sneve (Sicangu Lakota) weaves a captivating tale about the healing power of community and familial bonds. Her narrative unfolds at a perfect pace, wringing joy from simple moments...Littlebird's (Oregon's Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde) bold, colorful, and textured images reflect Eddie's determined spirit...Infused with tenderness, this family story is simply lovely."-- "Kirkus Reviews"
***STARRED REVIEW***
"Sneve (Rosebud Sioux) crafts a gentle chapter book tale of an Indigenous youth immersing himself in his heritage and learning from his elders. Seamlessly layered plotting builds to a captivating climax, and vivid colored pencil and digitally enhanced drawings with block print textures by Littlebird (Oregon Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde) inject warmth throughout."-- "Publishers Weekly"
"Tender moments between the three characters, their loyal dog, and their lovable horse are interspersed with action-filled experiences. Littlebird's full-color illustrations are bright, engaging, and atmospheric. Young readers and their grownups are sure to delight in this tale that highlights the beauty of intergenerational relationships, Indigenous language, and life on the Rosebud reservation."-- "Booklist"
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